4X4 Ute of the Year
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4×4 Ute of the Year
2025 4×4 Ute of the Year, powered by REDARC
We round up a dirty dozen midsize 4×4 utes to find the best in class!
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4×4 Ute of the YearFord Ranger V6 Sport wins 2025 4×4 Ute of the Year title
The Ranger Sport V6 takes top honours in our 2025 Ute of the Year test
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4×4 Ute of the YearKGM Musso Ultimate: 2025’s Best 4×4 Ute Under $60K
You don’t need big money to get a well-equipped, comfy, hard-working 4×4 ute
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4×4 Ute of the Year2025 4×4 Ute of the Year contender: Toyota HiLux SR5+
The HiLux proves its enduring appeal with strong all-round performance
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4×4 Ute of the Year2025 4×4 Ute of the Year contender: Kia Tasman X-PRO
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4×4 Ute of the Year2025 4×4 Ute of the Year: Nissan Navara PRO-4X Warrior wins Best Adventure ute
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4×4 Ute of the YearFord Ranger PHEV wins Best Hybrid at the 2025 4×4 Ute of the Year
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4×4 Ute of the Year2025 4×4 Ute of the Year contender: GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV
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TacMed Vehicle Trauma First-Aid Kit put to the test
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Cape York by 4×4: A practical guide to reaching Australia’s tip
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Ute canopies explained: Everything you need to know before you buy
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Ezee Freeze reusable ice cubes: Our review of the essential Esky addition
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Kumho Road Venture MT51 after 25,000 km: Real-world review
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Exploring Cloncurry in Outback Queensland: Much more than a quick stopover
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Projecta 200W solar panels put to the test
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Adelaide River Inn: Where the Top End comes alive
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Expedition HQ: Building Grenadiers for real-world Aussie touring
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The perfect gift for 4×4-loving dads: A subscription to 4X4 Australia magazine
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Reviews
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Custom 4x4sThis Tundra by Rugged USA Imports is built for Aussie touring
Rugged USA Imports turns Toyota’s Tundra into a thoughtfully built tourer, showcasing premium US suspension, lighting and hardware now readily available off the shelf in Australia
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Custom 4x4sHow Bri Voto turned her 2006 Nissan GU Patrol into a weekend warrior
Bri transformed her 2006 GU Patrol into a practical, hard-hitting weekend 4WD
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Custom 4x4sKitted-out VW Amarok built for bush-and-beach escapes
Ken is a repeat offender when it comes to cool, kitted-out Amaroks… and this one is just his latest project
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Custom 4x4sEvaKool’s Prado fuses retro styling with serious off-road ability
This Prado showcases top-tier products and innovative 4×4 engineering
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4×4 ComparisonsHow the new Toyota LandCruiser FJ stacks up against the Prado and 300 Series
Toyota has released key specs for its upcoming FJ, and we’ve compared it with its larger Prado and 300 Series siblings
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Reviews
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Custom 4x4s
This Tundra by Rugged USA Imports is built for Aussie touring
Rugged USA Imports turns Toyota’s Tundra into a thoughtfully built tourer, showcasing premium US suspension, lighting and hardware now readily available off the shelf in Australia
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Custom 4x4s
How Bri Voto turned her 2006 Nissan GU Patrol into a weekend warrior
Bri transformed her 2006 GU Patrol into a practical, hard-hitting weekend 4WD
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Reviews2026 Foton Tunland V7 and V9 review: Budget-friendly utes return to Australia
Foton is back, with an all-new Tunland ute that comes in two distinct variants. We sampled the Tunland V7 and V9 4×4 models
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Reviews2025 Mercedes-Benz G450d off-road review
A diesel powertrain adds practicality to Mercedes-Benz Australia’s G-Class line-up
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Reviews2026 Toyota HiLux launch review: Sticking to a winning formula
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Reviews2026 Ford Ranger Super Duty: First drive review
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Reviews2026 Nissan Navara launch review: Can the Triton-sourced Navara win over the faithful?
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Reviews2026 Toyota HiLux: Our first drive impressions
Mega tests & comparisons
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4×4 Comparisons
How the new Toyota LandCruiser FJ stacks up against the Prado and 300 Series
Toyota has released key specs for its upcoming FJ, and we’ve compared it with its larger Prado and 300 Series siblings
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4×4 ComparisonsSpec battle: Ram 1500 Rebel vs Chevrolet Silverado ZR2 vs Ford F-150 vs Toyota Tundra
A side-by-side spec showdown including towing, payload, off-road geometry and more!
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4×4 ComparisonsBeauty contest: Kia Tasman SX vs Mitsubishi Triton GLX-R
They won’t win any beauty pageants, but the Tasman SX and Triton GLX-R have plenty to offer tradies, tourers and families alike
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4×4 ComparisonsKia Tasman vs Ford Ranger: Can the newcomer topple the king?
How does Kia’s all-new Tasman measure up against the hugely popular Ford Ranger Wildtrak?
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4×4 ComparisonsHeavyweight fight: GMC Yukon Denali vs Nissan Patrol Ti-L
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4×4 ComparisonsIsuzu D-MAX Blade vs Toyota HiLux GR Sport: Which flagship ute tows and tours better?
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4×4 ComparisonsFord Everest Tremor vs Toyota Prado Altitude: Ultimate off-road 4×4 wagon comparison
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4×4 Comparisons2026 Ford Ranger Super Duty vs Toyota LandCruiser 79 Series: Spec comparison
Gear news & reviews
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GearTacMed Vehicle Trauma First-Aid Kit put to the test
A quality first-aid kit is essential for any remote trip. This kit draws on emergency-service expertise to deliver professional-grade gear for everyday adventurers
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Wheels & TyresFalken AT4 tyres tested to Cape York and back
We subject the new Falken AT4 tyres to a 10,000km torture test to Cape York and back
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GearUte canopies explained: Everything you need to know before you buy
From basic fibreglass shells to high-tech frame-mount builds, ute canopies have come a long way. Here’s what you need to know before setting up your rig
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GearEzee Freeze reusable ice cubes: Our review of the essential Esky addition
Keep your Esky cold, clean, and mess-free with reusable Ezee Freeze ice cubes, built for real 4WD adventures
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GearKumho Road Venture MT51 after 25,000 km: Real-world review
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GearProjecta 200W solar panels put to the test
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GearAccessories every 70 Series LandCruiser needs for 2026
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Gear2025 Christmas Gift Guide: 4WD Interiors
